Yuri Zoria
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A philologist by education, in 2003-2007 Yuri worked as a journalist in a Luhansk online media. He was born and lived all his life in the peaceful provincial city of Luhansk, where nothing serious happened. Until 2014.
Now he is an IDP. Follow Yuri on twitter: @loogunda
Ukraine Border Service: Ukraine-Slovakia border unblocked
Following a blockade by Slovak carriers, a Ukrainian-Slovak border checkpoint has resumed its scheduled truck crossings, with customs services reporting normal operations.
Military: Russian assault actions, air strikes rapidly intensified
Ukraine's southern front's commander reported an escalation in Russian assault actions and airstrikes, alongside a rise in Russian military losses.
Ukraine downs all 14 Russian “kamikaze” drones during nighttime attack
Overnight, Ukrainian forces shot down all 14 Shahed drones Russia used to attack Ukraine. A Russian Kh-22 missile hit an open field, causing no injuries.
EU commissioner advocates for redirecting 40% of EU ammo exports to fulfill Ukraine’s million-round need
By March, the EU will be able to produce one million artillery shells a year, but 40% of production is contracted to be exported outside Europe, EU Commissioner Breton said, emphasizing, "Ukraine must become a priority."
Ukrainian Air Force pilots begin F-16 flights in Denmark’s skies
Ukraine Air Force spox says some Ukrainian pilots are already flying with instructors on F-16 jets in Denmark, a precursor to solo flights and combat readiness.
Slovak truckers block Ukrainian border checkpoint
Slovak truckers begin a blockade at the Vyšné Nemecké-Uzhhorod checkpoint, mirroring the ongoing Polish truckers' strikes, both disrupting truck traffic crucial for trade and aid to Ukraine.
UK intel: Russia likely stockpiling missiles for Ukraine infrastructure attacks
Russia's halt in missile launches suggests stockpiling for future strikes against Ukrainian infrastructure, following drone attacks to disrupt air defenses, as per UK intelligence.
Ukrainian pilot: Even if war ends tomorrow, it’s just a waiting period for the next round
Ukrainian pilot "Moonfish," who rapidly trains to pilot F-16 jets, equates the F-16 to a 'Swiss Army knife,' crucial for Ukraine's multifaceted war effort against Russia.
US Treasury: Further Ukraine military aid ‘critical’ to US national security
US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says passing legislation to provide further military aid to Ukraine is a "critical priority" for US national security.
Russian air attack kills four, injures eight as Ukraine downs 9/10 Russian drones, 1/5 missiles (updated)
Russian air attack overnight used drones and missiles; Ukrainian defenses intercepted 9/10 drones and 1/5 missiles, but 4 missiles caused damage hitting Donetsk Oblast hospital and coal mine, killing at least one, injuring six. The morning shelling killed 1 person in Kharkiv Oblast.
US aid package includes HIMARS launcher, possibly for GLSDB use
The Pentagon unveils a $100 million security assistance package for Ukraine, featuring Stinger missiles, various munitions, and a HIMARS launcher, potentially prepping for Ground-Launched Small Diameter Bomb utilization.
Military: No signs of Russia’s offensive preparations in southern Ukraine
Ukraine maintains positions on the Dnipro's left bank, engaging in successful counter-battery efforts, with Command noting a lack of Russian offensive formations in the south.
ISW: Ukrainians advance near Avdiivka, Russians claim gains as weather hampers fighting
ISW says Ukrainian forces have counterattacked northeast of Donetsk's Avdiivka and advanced in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, while the Russians claimed some gains near Avdiivka.
Ukraine hits two radars in Russia’s Kursk Oblast
Ukrainian forces successfully hit Russian radar installations in Kursk Oblast, a move possibly aimed at weakening Russian air defenses as Ukraine anticipates Western fighter jets.
US Defense Secretary Austin makes his second unannounced visit to Kyiv
On an unexpected trip to Kyiv, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasizes America's sustained support for Ukraine's fight against Russia amid military aid funding challenges.
UK intel: Russian soldiers’ wives stage first public protest in Moscow for frontline rotation
For the first time, Russian soldiers' wives publicly rallied in Moscow, demanding a policy change for the rotation of troops from Ukraine's prolonged frontline deployment, as per British intelligence.
Minister: Ukraine makes tens of thousands of drones per month
Ukrainian Deputy PM Mykhailo Fedorov reports thousands of drones produced monthly in Ukraine, intending to outdo Russian UAV advances.
Russian morning shelling kills two at Kherson parking lot, six more injured over past day
Kherson experiences deadly shelling by Russian forces, resulting in two deaths, one injury, and property damage, amid ongoing attacks detailed by local authorities. Yesterday, Russians injured six in the region.
Netherlands to provide extra €2 bn in military aid for Ukraine in 2024
Dutch defense minister Kajsa Ollongren announces €2 billion in military aid for Ukraine in 2024, signaling continued support amid the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Ministry data: 4,337 Ukrainians remain in Russian captivity
Ukraine's official data lists 3,574 Ukrainian military personnel and 763 civilians among those currently held in Russian captivity.